Dresden Castle

Welcome to the Residenzschloss, the Dresden Castle, a place that for nearly eight centuries served as the power center for the House of Wettin, the electors and kings of Saxony. As you stand in the shadow of its imposing walls,…

Our exploration begins in the 'Großer Schlosshof,' the Great Courtyard, which dates back to the time of Elector Moritz in the mid-sixteenth century. This space is a masterpiece of early Renaissance architecture, designed to…

Ascending the 'Englische Treppe,' or English Stairs, we follow in the footsteps of kings and emperors. This grand staircase was named after the English envoys who visited in 1693 to present Elector Johann Georg IV with the Order…

At the top of the English Stairs, we enter the 'Riesensaal,' or Giant’s Hall, which now houses the world-renowned Saxon Armory. This vast, light-filled space was once the site of courtly banquets and festivities. …

Continuing into the parade apartments, we reach the 'Eckparadesaal,' or Corner Parade Hall, the largest of the rooms created for the 1719 wedding. This was the site of the grand public dinners, where the electoral couple would…

Perhaps surprisingly, the 'Paradeschlafzimmer,' or Parade Bedroom, was never actually used for sleeping. Instead, it served as a 'secret court cabinet,' the most intimate and exclusive room in the palace where the ruler would…

Our tour leads us finally to the 'Turmzimmer,' or Tower Room, where the Saxon electors displayed their incredible collection of silver and precious metals. This room was a literal treasury, designed to dazzle visitors with the…

As we conclude our journey through the Dresden Castle, we step back into the courtyard, perhaps feeling a bit overwhelmed by the sheer scale of the beauty and history we have encountered. We have traveled from the Renaissance…